Posts in Criminal Defense

Oct 18 Is Ignorance of the Law a Valid Defense?

In Texas – and the rest of the United States, for that matter – ignorance of the law is not a valid defense to criminal ...

Jun 15 What Happens If I Violate Probation in Texas?

Anytime someone violates the terms of their probation , they risk incurring a warrant for their arrest and legal penalties that ...

Mar 15 Requirements for Clearing or Sealing a Criminal Record

Having a criminal record can follow you for the rest of your life. It can interfere with your ability to find work, housing, ...

Aug 30 What Is the Difference between a Bench Warrant & an Arrest Warrant?

If you’ve heard that there’s a warrant with your name on it, it matters whether it’s a bench warrant or an arrest warrant. By far, ...

May 20 How Long Do Sex Offenders Have to Register in Texas?

Like other states, Texas maintains a sex offender registry where the information of those who have been convicted of certain sex ...

Aug 06 About Deferred Adjudication in Texas

Getting convicted in Texas is punishable by serious criminal penalties, such as expensive fines worth thousands of dollars or more ...